Note: If you have any questions regarding ASU Prep Graduation, please email stefanie.contreras@asu.edu or call 480-562-5856. Arizona State University is not responsible for our ceremony.

Information for graduates

Each campus will practice the ceremony prior to graduation.

On graduation day, please meet at 8:30 a.m. in the West Concourse of Wells Fargo Arena and find your capstone group.

There may be a cost for your cap and gown; stay tuned for details from your counselors.

Do not forget - bring your cap and gown to the ceremony! Do not attempt to iron your gown, it must be steamed only. View a video on how to care for and wear your cap and gown.

Please wear formal or professional clothing under your gown. No shorts, jeans or tennis shoes, please.

The ramp to the tunnel where you will enter the arena for the ceremony is very steep – high heels are discouraged for your safety.

Do not bring beach balls, balloons, purses or bags for the ceremony. Leave all personal items with your family.

Any cell phones or other electronics in your pockets must be silenced.

During the ceremony, it is appropriate to stand for the pledge and national anthem. You will be given cues when to do so.

Personalized graduation announcements may be purchased online; stay tuned for more information from our school on how to do so.

Information for families attending the ceremony

Seating is open and not reserved – no tickets necessary for entry. Disability seating is also not reserved, it is available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Free parking is available in the parking structure just east of the arena. Disabled parking and a drop-off site for elderly guests will be available. You can view all ASU parking maps here.

Please do not bring airhorns or other noisemakers that will startle the other guests. Such items will be confiscated on entry. Balloons and posters/signs also are not permitted in Wells Fargo Arena.

Our graduation location has a clear bag policy, please review the list of prohibited items prior to entering Wells Fargo Arena. Guests will walk through metal detectors at the entrance to the Arena.

Each graduate will be photographed by a professional photographer as they accept their diploma / please do not leave your seat or attempt to walk to the floor of the arena for photo ops. All aisles and walkways must remain clear during the ceremony.

Please silence all electronics during the ceremony, especially cell phones, tablets and cameras.

During the ceremony, it is appropriate to stand for the pledge and national anthem. You will be given cues when to do so.